Hypromellose
Hypromellose, short for hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), is a semisynthetic, inert, viscoelastic polymer used as an ophthalmic lubricant, as well as an excipient and controlled-delivery component in oral medicaments, found in a variety of commercial products.
Primary Characteristics
It is of Semi Synthetic origin.
Solubility in Water: soluble in cold water,insoluble in hot water · Solubility in Alcohol: insoluble · Non-proprietary name: Hypromellose..
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Hypromellose is primarily indicated in conditions like Dry eye syndrome, Pain management.
Hypromellose is also indicated for secondary conditions like Surgery.
Contraindications
Hypromellose is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.
Dosage
Hypromellose's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 0.65 % | 0.65 % | — | used in artificial tears for the managment of dry eye | |
| 2.5 | 2.5 | — | Used topically to protect cornea | |
| 2 % | 2 % | — | Intraocularly | as an adjunct in ophthalmic surgery. |
| 1 eye drop | 1 eye drop | Every 8h | opthalmic | |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Hypromellose are Chest pain.
Hypromellose is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Blurred vision, Itching, Stinging.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
None recorded.
Drug Classification
- 1.14.1 — Ophthalmic drugs